1.Nyoma-Chushul region, recently seen in news due to flash floods, is located in which state/UT?
[A] Assam
Sikkim
[C] Ladakh
[D] Uttarakhand
Correct Answer: C [Ladakh]
Notes:
Recently, five Army personnel, including a JCO and four jawans, died when their T-72 tank got stuck in the Shyok River near Nyoma-Chushul, Eastern Ladakh, due to a sudden water level rise. Despite rescue efforts, strong currents prevented their rescue. The T-72 tanks, initially designed by the Soviet Union and later modernized as T-72 Ajeya, were deployed in Ladakh post-2020 Galwan clash.
[A] Assam
Sikkim
[C] Ladakh
[D] Uttarakhand
Correct Answer: C [Ladakh]
Notes:
Recently, five Army personnel, including a JCO and four jawans, died when their T-72 tank got stuck in the Shyok River near Nyoma-Chushul, Eastern Ladakh, due to a sudden water level rise. Despite rescue efforts, strong currents prevented their rescue. The T-72 tanks, initially designed by the Soviet Union and later modernized as T-72 Ajeya, were deployed in Ladakh post-2020 Galwan clash.
2.Recently, where was the 29th edition of the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise held?
[A] Auckland, New Zealand
Hawaii, USA
[C] Paris, France
[D] Kolkata, India
Correct Answer: B [Hawaii, USA]
Notes:
Indian multi-role stealth frigate INS Shivalik, deployed in the South China Sea and North Pacific Ocean, has arrived at Pearl Harbour in Hawaii, USA to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. RIMPAC is the world’s largest international maritime exercise, enhancing naval interoperability and trust among 29 participating countries. Led by the US Navy, the exercise includes diverse activities like symposiums, sports competitions, and integrated sea operations, crucial for global maritime security and cooperation.
3.Recently, which country has become the first country in the world to prepare a checklist of its entire fauna?
[A] Bhutan
India
[C] Nepal
[D] Myanmar
Correct Answer: B [India]
Notes:
India has become the first country to prepare a comprehensive checklist of its entire fauna population, documenting 104,561 species. This milestone, announced by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav in Kolkata, coincided with the launch of the Fauna of India Checklist Portal by the Zoological Survey of India. This portal, vital for scientific research, encompasses 121 checklists of all known taxa. The event also featured the 2nd Animal Taxonomy Summit-2024.
4.Which team won the 9th ICC Men’s T20 World Cup by defeating the South Africa team?
[A] India
Afghanistan
[C] Australia
[D] New Zealand
Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
The Indian men’s cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, won the 9th ICC Men’s T20 World Cup by defeating South Africa by 7 runs at Kensington Oval, Barbados on 29 June 2024. This is India’s second T20 World Cup win, following their 2007 victory. The final marked the T20 retirements of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja. It was also Rahul Dravid’s last assignment as coach.
5.Gandhi Sarovar, recently seen in news due to avalanche, originates from which glacier?
[A] Dokriani Glacier
Chorabari Glacier
[C] Milam Glacier
[D] Namik Glacier
Correct Answer: B [Chorabari Glacier]
Notes:
A massive avalanche struck Gandhi Sarovar, also known as Chorabari Tal, near Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand. Gandhi Sarovar, originating from the Chorabari Bamak Glacier, is where Lord Shiva is believed to have taught yoga to the Saptrishis. Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Bhagwan Shiva, is part of the Char Dham circuit, which includes Yamunotri, Gangotri, and Badrinath.
6.What is the primary objective of ‘Project Nexus’, recently seen in news?
[A] To improve domestic banking systems
To enable instant cross-border retail payments
[C] To create a new cryptocurrency
[D] To monitor international financial transactions
Correct Answer: B [To enable instant cross-border retail payments]
Notes:
The RBI joined Project Nexus, an initiative to enable instant cross-border retail payments by linking domestic Fast Payment Systems (FPSs). Conceptualized by the BIS Innovation Hub, Nexus provides a single-connection solution for seamless international transactions. It aims to connect FPSs of India and four ASEAN countries by 2026. Nexus will automatically link new member countries, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving international payment accessibility.
7.Which ministry recently approved Rs 56 crore for the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and Lesser Florican?
[A] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Ministry of Agriculture
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Tourism
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change ]
Notes:
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) approved Rs 56 crore for the next phase of conserving the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and Lesser Florican. This program, running since 2016, aims for the long-term recovery of these critically endangered species, with around 140 GIBs and fewer than 1,000 Lesser Floricans surviving. Key efforts include breeding centers, in-situ conservation, artificial insemination techniques, and addressing threats like hunting and power line collisions.
8.Recently, which country’s Navy has signed a deal with India’s Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) for an 800-tonne ocean-going tug?
[A] Myanmar
Sri Lanka
[C] Bangladesh
[D] China
Correct Answer: C [Bangladesh]
Notes:
The Bangladesh Navy signed a significant deal with India’s Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) for an 800-tonne ocean-going tug, part of a $500-million line of credit from India for defence equipment. The contract was finalized in Dhaka, witnessed by GRSE and Bangladesh Navy officials. Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi’s visit to Bangladesh coincided with the deal, emphasizing bilateral defence ties and exploring new naval cooperation opportunities between the two countries.
9.Where was the 16th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise ‘Nomadic Elephant’ held?
[A] Kolkata, West Bengal
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
[C] Umroi, Meghalaya
[D] Guwahati, Assam
Correct Answer: C [Umroi, Meghalaya]
Notes:
The 16th India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant started at Umroi, Meghalaya, running from July 3 to 16, 2024. It involves 45 Indian personnel and Mongolian Army’s 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion. The annual event, alternating between the countries, focuses on counter-insurgency in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Key attendees include Mongolian Ambassador Dambajavyn Ganbold and Major General Prasanna Joshi. The exercise enhances interoperability and defense cooperation.
10.What is Down syndrome, recently seen in news?
[A] A genetic disorder caused by missing chromosomes
A condition caused by an extra chromosome or piece of a chromosome
[C] A viral infection affecting the nervous system
[D] A type of muscular dystrophy
Correct Answer: B [A condition caused by an extra chromosome or piece of a chromosome]
Notes:
A recent study potentially documents the first case of Down syndrome in Neanderthals. Down syndrome occurs when a person has an extra chromosome or a part of a chromosome, specifically an extra copy of chromosome 21, called trisomy 21. This genetic condition impacts mental and physical development, causing various challenges. Although individuals with Down syndrome share similarities, their abilities vary. The condition typically arises randomly during early fetal development and is not inherited.